2026 ATHENA® Leadership Award Nomination Survey

At the Dallas Regional Chamber’s 2026 Women’s Business Conference, presented by JPMorganChase and Baylor Scott & White Health, one woman will receive the prestigious ATHENA® Leadership Award.

The ATHENA® Award recognizes individuals who have attained and embody the highest level of professional excellence, devote time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community, and actively assist women in realizing their full leadership potential.

We need your help identifying and nominating potential ATHENA® Award recipients, whether within your organization or circle of influence. To tell us about a potential recipient, complete and submit this form by 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22. We recommend talking to them about your plans to nominate them first.

The Selection Committee will review all submissions. The winner will be notified of their selection and asked to receive their award on Thursday, Oct. 22, at the Women’s Business Conference in Dallas.

Questions? Contact events@dallaschamber.org.

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Qualifications

ATHENA® nominees may represent the non-profit or for-profit sectors.
Previous recipients are not eligible for nomination, but past nominees may be nominated again.
There is no minimum or maximum age qualification.

Nominee Information
Please input the contact information for the person you’re nominating.

1.Name(Required.)

2.Phone Number(Required.)

3.Email(Required.)

4.Company/Organization(Required.)

5.Title(Required.)

Nominator Information
Please input your contact information.

6.Name(Required.)

7.Phone Number(Required.)

8.Email(Required.)

9.Company/Organization(Required.)

10.Title(Required.)

11.Professional Leadership

Provide specific examples of how the nominee has demonstrated excellence, creativity, and initiative in their business or profession. Bulleted lists are preferred. (700-character limit)(Required.)

12.Community Leadership

Provide specific examples of how the nominee provides valuable service to improve the quality of life for others in their community. Include the type and length of key service in civic and service organizations and initiatives. Bulleted lists are preferred. (700-character limit)(Required.)

13.Personal Leadership / Mentorship

Provide specific examples of how the nominee has actively assisted women in achieving their full leadership potential and/or demonstrated support for their personal and professional advancement. Bulleted lists are preferred. (700-character limit)(Required.)

14.Additional Information

Include any information you feel is important for your nominee's consideration. Include awards, honors, publications, and/or testimonials demonstrating service to their profession, community, and aspiring and established women leaders. (400-character limit)(Required.)

15.Can we contact you with follow-up or clarifying questions about your nominee?(Required.)

Yes